2000 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,784 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Firebird (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2011 Kia Soul. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 319 kg more than 2011 Kia Soul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Pontiac Firebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Soul, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Soul. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Soul. 2011 Kia Soul has automatic transmission and 2000 Pontiac Firebird has manual transmission. 2000 Pontiac Firebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Soul will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Pontiac Firebird | 2011 Kia Soul | |
Make | Pontiac | Kia |
Model | Firebird | Soul |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3784 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1186 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 48 L |